How is this bag for taking my books back and forth to school on the bus? Is it too large?
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Tim, depends on how many books and what size are the books. The main compartment is approx 5-6 inches before stretching the bag and before it starts looking overpacked. This is for the medium size but according to Timbuk2's website, the large is about the same in width but is bigger which is wider. It works perfect for me as I only carry my comic books to read, paper and pens, my laptop, some work paperwork and enough room for some my food container for lunch.
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It has a lot of space and would likely fit textbooks with no problem, but is not overly bulky for public transportation.
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Note sure how many books you have. It can certainly handle at least a 15" laptop and a few more books easily. I actually returned it because it was too large for my needs. Sorry about the delay in responding.
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I'm and IT guy, not a student but I think it would be great for books as long as you don't carry too many. I routinely carry my MB Air, notebook and a few files back and forth to the office, and business trips. I often have a book or tablet too. Perfect for that. If you carry 3-5 large textbooks all the time, you may be happier with a backpack. I have a Swiss backpack that I take on longer trips when I have to carry more gear.I love this bag for day to day use. It's fantastic.
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This case is the size of a typical soft-side briefcase. For school books and supplies, I would recommend a backpack over this design. This case is better for larger flat articles: notebooks, folders, portfolio, etc.
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I think it would be perfect, there is room for a laptop and iPad too. My husband is 5'7" and it's not too big for him.
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Yes it is pretty large, easily school backpack size. this was a gift so I don't have bag with me to measure. Ill see if I can get them to you.
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That's what I use it for. I really like it. The only negative is the bag is a little narrow so some books are a little tight. I would carry my lunch, gym clothes, 2 notebooks, planner, scientific calculator, three medium textbooks, a water bottle, chrome book it's charger, and some other little things.
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My daughter uses this bag. She does not put a laptop in it but has some books. I don't think it is as big a bag as a back pack would be, but if a lot of books aren't needed then it could work. Don't expect a lot of heavy texts to carry.
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Yes it would be. I use mine as a "school bag" carrying a 3" anatomy/physiology book, papers, handouts, etc.
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This is a computer backpack. It's sturdy although I had to repair one of the should straps in less than one year. I carry a laptop , and other electronics along with a lot of paperwork. If you put just books in it maybe four to five big books would fit. I have had about 35 pounds in it.
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It is very big. It will hold a lot of books, Etc. but, I don't believe the shoulder straps are strong enough for all it can carry.
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My daughter carries about 3 large textbooks along with notebooks, folders and her iPad in this bag. It however does not hold her 15 inch laptop. Hope this helps.
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This is a great bag. I love it, it has a lot of storage for everything you need to take with you to school or the office. I'm happy I purchased this bag. Good luck in school.
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It may be a bit too much to carry around for college classes. It's a rather large bag for just books and a laptop.
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I use it for school. If you wanna carry a game system you will not have enough space for your books. It is big but not that much, just a little. By the way i bought it about a year ago and now there are some thread came out from everywhere
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I don't think it would hold enough books. They are too thick. I went to law school as well and most of us used rolling carry on bags for our books and laptops. Eventually I wound up getting a locker, which I highly recommend if they are available at your school. If you were only carrying one or two books at a time this bag would be ok. Good luck with classes.
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Yes the bag is actually fairly big. It also expands a lot. I put a trunk box on also and I can carry all I need for a day.
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It is certainly large enough for a school backpack, but it is on the heavy side for a young child. I would recommend for a teenager.
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Its is a little bigger than the usual student backpack. If you will it with books it will weigh a lot. But it is a sturdy pack.
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Yes! It's padded and comfortable, and the straps are wide so you get a good support. I carry book but I don't overload it.
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Its pretty long I don't think it will fit into a bag. Maybe talk to an administrator and assure them you wont be riding on school grounds and they will allow you to carry it until you get to a locker or other place where you can secure it until your ready to head home.